Last night I took MY Jane and her 92 year old Mom, Ted, to Shirley’s Restaurant in Barrie to celebrate the last day of work for Jane. She is now officially retired. Yippee! Jane could not have looked happier or more beautiful.
We had a great dinner and great conversation. It just so happened that there was some live music last night. A young guitar player and singer named Garrett was playing an eclectic selection of oldies. Part way through his first set, he dedicated a song to Ted. She was obviously quite pleased with the attention. She wondered aloud what his name was so I approached him and he immediately came down beside Ted to introduce himself.
For the rest of the evening Garrett made a point of looking at Ted while he crooned away. Doesn’t she look happy?
It was a wonderful evening filled with lots of fun. Whenever the three of us are together, there are always lots of laughs!
I am pleased beyond measure that Jane decided to retire at this time. I very much look forward to doing things – spontaneous things – together with her. After 44 years of work, Jane deserves this. Yes, she has a little apprehension right now and tells me that it hasn’t really sunk in yet. She says, “I feel like I’m just going on vacation.”
Well, Jane, you are going on vacation. One that never ends!
Life Unfolding 